Why 100m Nigerians could soon have a MasterCard in their wallets Published by Kate Douglas on 8 September 2014 Nigeria’s controversial new MasterCard-branded identity card is a huge coup for the payments company.
What role will commodities play in Africa’s growth over the coming decade? Published by Staff Writer on 8 September 2014 Africa’s resource wealth has long been viewed as a key to unlocking potential economic gains.
Pizza Hut looking for slice of South African restaurant market Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 September 2014 The Pizza Hut restaurant brand has returned to South Africa, with the first outlet expected to open in Johannesburg next week.
Africa Tech Trends: Unexpected players entering the telecoms space Published by Tom Jackson on 6 September 2014 Tom Jackson on the latest developments in Africa’s technology industry.
Africa’s growing population calls for research to increase food production Published by Byron Mutingwende on 4 September 2014 Higher levels of investment in agricultural research, science, and technology will boost food productivity for Africa’s rising population.
Visa pushing for electronic payments in sub-Saharan Africa Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 1 September 2014 Visa boss highlights the need to create awareness on the benefits of electronic payments.
Liquor giant replacing imports with local manufacturing in key African markets Published by Jaco Maritz on 29 August 2014 Distell has acquired land for factories in both Angola and Nigeria.
Pakistani businessman moves from Dubai to set up restaurant in Nairobi Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 August 2014 “Succeeding in Kenya depends on how much patience and risk appetite you have.”
Meet the Boss: Francis Kibhisa, MD, Rex Energy (Tanzania) Published by Kate Douglas on 28 August 2014 “The main problem I see with young African guys is they want to grow overnight.”
How Kenya’s Terry Mungai built her beauty empire Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 28 August 2014 Terry Mungai’s rise to the top was not without its challenges.
Côte d’Ivoire’s economic capital emerges from the shadow of war Published by Brian Klaas on 27 August 2014 Once rocked by war and ethnic tensions, Abidjan is again rising.
Pros and cons of buying a franchise business: Perspectives from an entrepreneur Published by Kate Douglas on 27 August 2014 Johan Kilian talks about his decision to become a Pie City franchisee.
How Esther Muchemi’s early bet on the growth of mobile telecoms paid off Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 26 August 2014 Esther Muchemi, CEO of Samchi Group, sees opportunity where others see challenges.
Tanzanian solar pioneer on adapting energy models to meet rural needs Published by Kate Douglas on 26 August 2014 Tanzanian solar solutions pioneer Rex Energy is developing inexpensive energy models for rural households.
